Further education in church music can be pursued on its own or combined with other higher education subjects such as choir conducting, Christian religion or diaconal services. The church music programme at the Norwegian Academy of Music (NMH) has roots that can be traced back to 1883.
Church Musician I
Working in a church means that your daily life will be full of music and person-to-person interactions. This programme gives you a basis for functioning as an organist in the Church of Norway or another religious community.
Key information
Why NMH?
Be challenged and evolve
At the Norwegian Academy of Music, you will be part of Norway’s leading music community and gain access to an expansive international network of music professionals. You will get to know our outstanding faculty and students from around the world, and be challenged to evolve your skills, regardless of your musical discipline.
Create your own path
At the Academy, we encourage you to seek out your own path. Our commitment to musical excellence embraces both tradition and innovation. We provide an inspiring environment and a wide range of opportunities to experiment and explore while developing the skills and knowledge of your discipline. Our teaching staff is comprised of music professionals of the highest calibre, ready to challenge and motivate you to succeed in your career in music.
Take advantage of the best learning facilities in Europe
Whether your passion is solo performance, composition, playing with an orchestra, organising festivals or changing the ways we perceive and listen to music, the Academy provides the best state-of-the-art music education facilities in Europe.
Departments and disciplines
Published: Mar 13, 2020 — Last updated: Oct 30, 2024